Recall 14V-740: 2011–2014 Volvo VAH, 2011–2014 Volvo VNL

Volvo Trucks North America recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Nov 18, 2014, covering about 115 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-740
Report date
Nov 18, 2014
Vehicles affected
115
Owners notified
Jan 16, 2015

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.

The risk

Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
ComponentTires
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number14V740000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VAH2011, 2012, 2013, 2014All years
Volvo VNL2011, 2012, 2013, 2014All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V-740?

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.

How is recall 14V-740 fixed?

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.